Wir waren für - leider - nur drei Nächte in Matava und sehr begeistert! Das Resort ist sehr abgelegen, Anreise per Boot vom kleinen Inselflughafen. Wir hatten eine Oceanview Bure, die sehr nett war. Beim nächsten Mal würden wir aber des größeren Betts wegen wohl in die Honeymoon Bure gehen.
In Matava haben wir mit das beste Essen unserer 5-wöchigen Reise gehabt! Z.B. super frischen Fisch, den zwei australische Fischer jeden Abend an Land brachten, sehr phantasiereich gekocht. Mit den anderen Besuchern und Eigentümer Richard hatten wir sehr nette Abende. Wir haben auch viel über Fiji gelernt.
Die gute Seele Matavas ist, wie schon von anderen erwähnt, Maggie, die alles im Griff hat und immer nett und freundlich ist.
Wir haben eine sehr interessante Birdwatchingtour gemacht, mit Besuch im "Dorf." Ausserdem waren wir schnorcheln. Auch die Tauchausrüstung ist auf neuestem Stand.
Wir würden jederzeit wieder nach Matava gehen!
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We were for - unfortunately - only three nights in Matava and very enthusiastic about it! The resort is very remote, travel by boat from the small island airport. We had an Oceanview Bure, that was very nice. The next time, but we would probably change and upgrade because of the large bed in the Honeymoon Bure.
In Matava we have had with the best meal of our five-week journey! E.g. super fresh fish, the two Australian fishermen brought ashore each night, cooked very imaginatively. With the other guests and owners Richard we had a nice evening. We have also learned a lot about Fiji.
The Matavas has a good soul, as already mentioned by others, Maggie, has everything under control and always nice and friendly.
We have made a very interesting Bird watching tour, including a visit to the "village." Furthermore, we went snorkeling. The diving equipment is the latest standard.
We would always go back to Matava!
Super Resort - das richtige Fiji - Review of Matava - Fiji's Premier Eco Adventure Resort, Kadavu Island, Fiji - TripAdvisor
Sep 15, 2010
Super Resort - das richtige Fiji - Review of Matava - Fiji's Premier Eco Adventure Resort, Kadavu Island, Fiji - TripAdvisor
Aug 25, 2010
New telephone numbers for Matava!
Matava - Fiji's Premier Eco Adventure Resort has installed a new Satellite Communications System with new telephone numbers. We have new methods of contacting Matava in the Fiji Islands including new telephone and fax numbers and a new Skype name! All running off the in-house solar power!
Our new permanent contact numbers are:
TELEPHONE: +679 603 0685
FAX: +679 603 0684
FAX: +679 603 0684
SKYPE: MatavaFiji
Matava Resort is proud to install this communications solution purely using the alternative power already available at the resort.We will maintain our current CDMA/Easytel phone (+679 368 0080) until the end of August 2010, at which point they it be disconnected.
The new system runs on the Gilat SkyEdge System which supports telephony, broadband data and video communications via satellite. It is optimized for transaction-oriented applications, business continuity needs, legacy protocols, rural telephony deployments and multi-topology networks with mesh, star and multi-star topologies.
The system has an uplink speed of 64kbps where the service and support are provided by Connect Fiji.
Not only does the new service out perform its predecessors, the satellite network is designed to perform even under the heavy tropical rain.
The equipment installed at Matava is called a VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal). It consists of a 1.8m dish (situated hidden away behind the resort office) and outdoor electronics for communicating with the satellite and an indoor unit to which our standard telephone /fax lines and laptops are connected. The intelligence within the indoor unit processes the calls and distributes them to assigned telephone lines.
Power for the terminal is purely 12V DC and is supplied by our own in-house solar panels and batteries in our Main Bure complex.
Watch this space for the next phase in the program which is to make WiFi available directly to guests laptops in the Main Bure (shhhhh... this is currently top secret info!)
Once again, here are our new permanent contact numbers:
TELEPHONE: +679 603 0685
FAX: +679 603 0684
FAX: +679 603 0684
SKYPE: MatavaFiji
New telephone numbers for Matava!
Aug 3, 2010
Remote paradise - TripAdvisor
Matava is the perfect place to experience the beautiful part of Fiji that is Kadavu.Remote paradise - Review of Matava - Fiji's Premier Eco Adventure Resort, Kadavu Island, Fiji - TripAdvisor:
The location is great, overlooking the lagoon and then to the outer reefs in the distance.
The friendly atmosphere created by the owners and the incredible staff (led by the incomparable Maggie) feels just right and the communal dining tables allows a relaxed, informal interaction with the other guests over the fresh and varied food.
The Bures are reasonably simple but very nicely done with decent amenities (lights, running water, proper toilet, shower etc.) considering that it is an eco-resort and very remote.
There is plenty to keep you as active or inactive as desired. Snorkelling is great between the resort and nearby island and others guests said the diving nearby is 1st class. Other activities include boat trips, private beach picnics, surfing and a real highlight of visiting the nearby school, village and waterfall.
The island of Kadavu is a window into the Fiji of the past, untouched by many of the historical colonial influences or present political contrivances.
We really cannot recommend Matava enough if you are looking for something different and beautiful. Set your expectations accordingly (remembering it is an eco-resort and a long way from anywhere) and you will not be disappointed.
Jul 19, 2010
August Birding Special in Fiji
Jun 14, 2010
Fiji Petrel found at sea – pungent fish attracts “lost” species
Fiji Petrel. The Tubenose project. Copyright: Hadoram S
Fiji Petrel. The Tubenose project. Photo: Hadoram Shirihai
Fiji Petrel found at sea – pungent fish attracts “lost” species
May 25, 2010
Matava - Fiji's Premier Eco Adventure Resort becomes NatureFiji-MareqetiViti's First Resort Corporate Member - Matava - Fijis Premier Eco Adventure Resort
In line with its environmental policies Matava - Fiji's Premier Eco Adventure resort has committed to support a growing local NGO NatureFiji-MareqetiViti.
"Matava decided to sponsor this NatureFiji-MareqetiViti after discussions with one of the trustees, Dr Dick Watling, and realising the common interests and goals of Matava and NatureFiji-MareqetiViti" said Matava Director, Mr Stuart Gow. "It is a natural fit for us, and we have already found much common ground in our activities"
"We are currently working with NatureFiji-MareqetiViti under the Resorts' Conservation Values Programme to start a Sago Palm nursery at the resort in Kadavu." he continued. "We are the first resort to recognise the economic and cultural significance of the sago palm and to make a concerted effort to restore a habitat which has been allowed to disappear throughout Fiji. We hope to have this established by the middle of 2010"NatureFiji-MareqetiViti is Fiji's only domestic NGO working solely for the conservation and sustainable management of Fiji's unique natural heritage.
They aim to generate enthusiasm and local expertise in all matters associated with wildlife conservation and management through raising the level of conservation and environmental awareness and education mission is to enhance biodiversity and habitat conservation, endangered species protection and sustainable use of natural resources of the Fiji Islands through the promotion of collaborative conservation action, awareness raising, education, research and biodiversity information exchange.
"We are delighted to welcome Matava - Fiji's Premier Eco Adventure Resort to our list of Corporate Sponsors." said Ms Nunia Thomas, Conservation Coordinator of NatureFiji-MareqetiViti . "It has long been our aim to partner with the Tourism industry and Matava is an ideal first partner and sponsor in this regard. We look forward to working with them on our Pilot Project for replanting the critically endangered Sago Palms in a resort environment."
NatureFiji-MareqetiViti's Resorts' Conservation Values ProgrammeMost resorts are usually unaware of the conservation values and potential of their island, landholdings, immediate surrounds etc. Some have great potential to manage and develop these both for conservation purposes and visitor interest. They also have a captive market for involvement and fund raising.
NatureFiji-MareqetiViti can help these resorts identify the Conservation Values of the resorts and hotels with an outline of what management requirements are applicable and practical. This service is offered on an expenses only basis and most of Fiji's leading terrestrial and marine ecologists have agreed to participate in this programme.
"With the addition of this sponsor partnership we hope to further assist NatureFiji-MareqetiViti in its resort and conservation programmes" continued Mr Gow. "We hope to get further involved specifically with the search for the The Fiji petrel. It is thought that as well as on Gau, that this rare endemic bird may nest on Kadavu ".
NatureFiji-MareqetiViti is Fiji's only domestic NGO working solely for the conservation and sustainable management of Fiji's unique natural heritage. They aim to generate enthusiasm and local expertise in all matters associated with wildlife conservation and management through raising the level of conservation and environmental awareness and education. NatureFiji-MareqetiViti's mission is to enhance biodiversity and habitat conservation, endangered species protection and sustainable use of natural resources of the Fiji Islands through the promotion of collaborative conservation action, awareness raising, education, research and biodiversity information exchange.
Matava - Fiji's Premier Eco Adventure Resort, is an eco adventure getaway offering you a fun and unique blend of cultural experiences and adventure activities in the environmentally pristine and remote island of Kadavu in the Fiji Islands. Matava - Fiji Premier Eco Adventure Resort is a PADI Dive 5 Star Resort as well as a Project AWARE GoEco Operator. Matava offers accommodation for up to 22 guests in lush tropical surroundings in traditional thatched Fijian 'bures' with hardwood polished floors, louvre windows and private decks offering privacy, comfort and superb ocean views.
Matava - Fiji's Premier Eco Adventure Resort becomes NatureFiji-MareqetiViti's First Resort Corporate Member - Matava - Fijis Premier Eco Adventure Resort: "- Sent using Google Toolbar"
Apr 18, 2010
The Importance of Your Observations
The Importance of Your Observations
General Observations
A Centre for Regional Bird Observations
Resident and visiting birders are encouraged to share their observations. It is the intention that this website will become a centre for distributing up to date bird information for the region.
We still lack a lot of basic information on the breeding and ecology of most of our native, especially the endemic species, and we need to monitor our threatened species. ‘A Guide to the Birds of Fiji & Western Polynesia’ builds on IUCN’s international threatened status categories (Critically Endangered, Endangered, Vulnerable, Least Concern, Data Deficient) with the important addition of national ‘threatened categories’ ie the status in each country, as each country needs to be aware of how the birds are doing in their own country. Only two subjective categories are recognised ‘At Risk’ and a less severe ‘Conservation Concern’. For seabirds in the region these categories are used for their country-by-country Breeding Status.
Observations of the region’s threatened landbirds and observations of breeding by threatened seabirds are important observations for the conservation authorities of the countries concerned – all of which are chronically under-staffed and under-resourced. So your observations could be very useful.
Observations of the region’s threatened landbirds and observations of breeding by threatened seabirds are important observations for the conservation authorities of the countries concerned – all of which are chronically under-staffed and under-resourced. So your observations could be very useful.
Send your observations as a word document or as a .pdf file, attached to an email: Watling@connectcom.fj
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